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~» N~iVe.,. * RONO- WEEKLY TIMES Volume 62, Number 46 650 GST Includled Orono Town Hall Wednesday, No vember 25, 1998 e e * e. e - . e - e - e e. e - - Th nigluhse'mht the Iight ent on It was like old times in the Town hall Friday night with ail the kids singi-ng on stage and the hall fu11 with their parents. The Orono Public School children, -the Scouts and the Girl Guides jointly participated in a carol sing in the 'Lighting of the Lights' put on by the Orono Business Improvement Association (BIA) Friday night. The Kinsmen had a hot dog stand on the Main St., and all'the children were treated to a free hot dog, compliments of the BIA. Not an anti-hunting issue "In no0 way are we trying to infringe upon hunters' rights to hunt," said Sharon Steele, " we are trying to ensure their right to hunt does flot infringe upon our right to personal safety." Steele feels that children in many of the Municipalities school playgrounds, and in her case the Newtonville Public School are not adequately pro- tected from hunter's bullets. The Newtonville Public School is currently surrounded by prime wildlife habitat, and the school land itself is zoned Agriculture. The land to the east of the school property is zoned as (H) RH4-17. The (H) - holding symbol makes it legal- ly huntable land. In comments earlier that day, Steele said there was evi- dence of hunting activity taking place on the property behind theschool. Cartridges have been found, and hunters have admitted to using the property. "The landowner has been con- tacted," said Steele, "and we have his written verificaion that to the best of his knowl- (continued page 3) Support sought for arena expansion The Orono Arena is looking to expand, and they would like the support of the Municipality. "The Orono Amateur Athletic Association (OAAA) is not soliciting money from the Municipality," said Ray Bester in bis presentation to counicil, "but we would appreciate your support in this endeavour." The OAAA would like assistance with building per- mits, building codes, advice for the tendering process and inter- im financing. The expected cost of the expansion project is approxi- mately $225,000. The OAAA have decided not to start build- ing tilI they have at least $100,000 in donations. The Association currently has $5 1,000 in financial commit- ments from local sports -organi- zations. They are also applying for a Provincial grant throug h the Advanced Funding Programn of the Ontario Lottery Corporation. The arena, built in 1978, is now at the stage where they have outgrown the available space. The addition will include two new dressing rooms. a bigger locker room, a larger janitorial room andi a meeting room. Bester made it clear to counicil that the Association was flot looking for taxpayers dollars to finance the addition. M ayor Hamre commented that she remembers when the Orono and surrounding communities came together to strengthen the old arena, anid later to build the new one. "You've made a deci- sion to not start building tilI you have raised $100,000 you're to be commended," said Hamre. Happenngs.. KIRBY UNITED CHURCH Why do we go to Church aniyway? Finding our spiritual home, guest speaker: Silvia Vanhaverbeke, M. Div., Sunday November 29, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Special Music: Soloist Janie Dodds. Refreshments - Free WilI Offering. CLARINGTON PUBLICLIBRARY Join the Friends of the Clarington Public Library for some festive cheer! Enjoy delectable refreshments while browsing for your holiday readings... Courtice - Dec. 1, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Clarke -- Dec. 2, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Newcastle - Dec. 3, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. and Bowmanville - Dec. 4, 7 p.m., - 8 p.m. GANARASKA REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY Join us at the Forest Centre on Saturday, November 28th to create Holiday Nature Crafts. From 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Alison and Kat,, the teachers at the Forest Centre will be hosting an open house afternoon of making ornaments, evergreen & grapevine wreaths. This fun spirited activity is open to ail who wish to explore their creative side the natural way. Cost is $5ladult, $3/child & senior and $10/ family. For more information caîl (905) 797-2721. HEARTI- PLACE CANCER SUPPORT CENTRE "Wellness in Caring" lecture series for Health Care Professionals and volunteers on Wednesday, December 2 presents "There's not much in medicine, but a whole lot of medicine-in Fun" with Dr. Kenneth Shonk, Humourist, Family Physician, 7:30 p.m., Whitby Free Methodist Church, 1916 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby. Cal 579-4833 to register. Free of Charge. THE ROBERT McLAUGHLIN GALLERY Open House at 72 Queen St. Oshawa - Adele and Miss Ewe, The Lamb, Thursday, December 3, 7:45 p.m. Songs and Christmas Cheer. A concert for families and younger children. Admission FREE. Thise event is held in conjunction with the l3th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Oshawa Civ[c Square. TEEN DANCE The Optimist Club of Newcastle Vllage presents TEEN DANCE, December 4, 1998, Newcastle Community Hall, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m., admission $4.00, chips and pop .500t each, prizes, and for grades 7 -12. WAKE UP IT'S TIME Do you need answers? Come out November 27, 7 p.m., Orono Town Hall and hear Sandra Fullilove, an evangelist from New Orleans and hear what God is saying. Mil